1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2005 BMW 745

To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Coupe has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth Coupe 2005 BMW 745
Make Abarth BMW
Model Coupe 745
Year Released 1960 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 784 cc 4397 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 590 kg 1945 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 88 L


 

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